Data center fight moves to NJ courts, with developers blaming local bans on ‘public hysteria’

News ClipNew Jersey Monitor·NJ·8/20/2026

Data center developers are challenging local bans on data center construction in New Jersey courts. Developers attribute these local prohibitions to 'public hysteria' regarding data centers. This legal fight signifies ongoing tensions between developers and local authorities over data center expansion.

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Data center fight moves to NJ courts, with developers blaming local bans on ‘public hysteria’  New Jersey Monitor